Free & Cheap Things to Do in Kansas City, KS

  • The list below includes 196 free or cheap things to do in or near Kansas City, Kansas, including 71 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, History Museums, Race Tracks and Trampoline Parks.
  • From Wyandotte County Lake State Park to Rosedale Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Kansas City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Shawnee, Independence, Kansas City and Olathe.
  • The list below includes 196 free or cheap things to do in or near Kansas City, Kansas, including 71 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, History Museums, Race Tracks and Trampoline Parks.
  • From Wyandotte County Lake State Park to Rosedale Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Kansas City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Shawnee, Independence, Kansas City and Olathe.
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46.6 Miles
100% 12 votes
Historic Sites Felix to Angelique, St. Joseph, MO MoreLess Info
Museum Hill Historic District is an old city that offers a historical story behind the town. The area features historic architecture with the styles of Victorian architecture that range from Italianate to Queen Anne, to Victorian Cottages.
46.7 Miles
81% 31 votes
Statues 9th and Frederick Streets, St. Joseph, MO 64501 MoreLess Info
Unveiled in 1940, the Pony Express Monument was designed to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Pony Express. The statue is surrounded by lush greenery and a variety of flowers.
46.8 Miles
88% 165 votes
Specialty Museums 3406 Frederick Ave., St. Joseph, MO 64506 MoreLess Info
Depicting the 130 years history of the mental facility, the Glore Psychiatric Museum features life-size models, interactive displays and plenty of other exhibits. It functioned from 1847 to 1996, and was featured in televised documentaries on several channels, including the History and the Fox channels.
46.8 Miles
83% 6 votes
History Museums 3609 Frederick Blvd, St. Joseph, MO MoreLess Info
Located inside an open funeral parlor, Heaton-Bowman-Smith Funeral Museum is situated nearby Jesse James' former home and features the transfer basket that carried James' body. The museum includes newspaper articles, old coffins and photos.
46.8 Miles
94% 18 votes
Specialty Museums 3406 Frederick Avenue, St. Joseph, MO 64506 MoreLess Info
Glore Psychiatric Museum exhibits the history of mental health care in the United States and the 130-year history of the state hospital. Items on display include surgical tools, confinement boxes, and various artwork from hospital patients.
46.9 Miles
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Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art

Art Museum 2818 Frederick Avenue, St. Joseph, MO 64506 MoreLess Info
Focusing on American folk art, Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art showcases temporary and permanent exhibits with paintings, drawings, and sculptures. The museum also hosts community events like trivia nights and art classes.
47.0 Miles
47% 59 votes
Mini Golf 1400 N Belt Hwy, St. Joseph, MO MoreLess Info
Designed as a classic miniature golf course, the Cool Crest Garden Golf has been opened more than 60 years ago and it has flower gardens, bronze sculptures, waterfalls and other 'hazards', for a relaxing and enjoyable golf game.
47.0 Miles
92% 26 votes
Art Museum 2818 Frederick Boulevard, St. Joseph, MO 64506 MoreLess Info
The Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art features a notable collection of 18th, 19th, and 20th century American art. It also serves as a cultural center for Northwest Missouri through the offering of educational programs, performance events, and special exhibitions.
47.0 Miles
85% 27 votes
Cemeteries 824 Mount Mora, St. Joseph, MO 64501 MoreLess Info
Open since 1851, the Mount Mora Cemetery is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Many of St. Joseph's prominent citizens are buried in the cemetery's Mausoleum Row, which is located near the main gate.
47.1 Miles
72% 18 votes
Historic Sites Hall Street, St. Joseph, MO 64501 MoreLess Info
Featuring a variety of architectural styles, Hall Street Historic District consists of a row of 19th century grand mansions. One of the most notable mansions is the Schuster Mansion, a three story, brick building that looks like a castle.
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